HR Specialist & Office Manager

Piper Companies is seeking an HR Specialist & Office Manager to join a global counter-drone technology company based in Tysons, VA
. The HR Specialist & Office Manager will support organizational growth by managing HR operations, employee engagement, and office administration for a fast-paced, mission-driven team focused on autonomous drone threat mitigation.
This position will be on-site in Tysons, VA five days per week!

Responsibilities of the HR Specialist & Office Manager include:

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment coordination, onboarding/offboarding, benefits administration, performance review support, and maintaining accurate HR records.
• Design and execute employee engagement and wellness programs to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Act as the main point of contact for HR-related inquiries, ensuring adherence to company policies and local labor laws.
• Collaborate closely with the HR team in Israel to align global HR practices.
• Provide strategic HR insights and recommendations to company leadership.
• Manage daily office operations to ensure a well-functioning and efficient workspace.
• Handle office supply inventory, vendor relationships, and facility management needs.
• Organize team-building activities, offsite events, and company-wide gatherings in partnership with leadership.

Qualifications for the HR Specialist & Office Manager include:

• 2–4+ years of demonstrated experience in Human Resources, recruitment coordination, office administration, or people operations; prior experience in a startup environment is a plus.
• Strong understanding of HR compliance, employment law, and benefits administration
• Skilled in both strategic HR planning and hands-on execution
• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communicator with a passion for people and workplace culture
• Comfortable multitasking and thriving in a dynamic, growth-oriented setting
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business administration or related field.

Compensation for the HR Specialist & Office Manager include:

• Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays

This job opens for applications on [10.1.25]. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.